WW1 Poems and letters of Robert William Moss
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The Poems of Robert William Moss

I’m told that Grandad (Bob) didn't talk much about the war, many survivors didn't or couldn't, however he wrote the poems included in this compilation when he was in his 70s, evidence that his experiences during WW1 made an everlasting impression on him. Also included in this compilation are a couple of poems written by myself (Kate Moss), which I was inspired to write after a visit to North-Eastern France and Belgium in September 2001. Myself and my parents visited the region to try and retrace Grandad’s journey through WW1, such an emotional and evocative experience. I recommend it to anyone, regardless of whether you have a family connection to WW1 or not.

Petworth, Training, Winter 1914-15

Aldershot, Talavera Barracks

Battle Of Hooge, June 1915

Battle Of Loos, Sept. 1915

Boesinghe Ypres, Christmas – New Year 1915-16

The Guide, Ypres, Jan. 1916

To Arras, March 1916

Delville Wood, The Somme, July 1916

Tree Of Hope, by Kate Moss, Sept. 16th 2001

First Tank Attack, Sept. 1916

Remnants Of A Great War, Sept. 30th 2001

The Battle Of Cambrai, Nov. 1917

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